Historic Building/Landmark Archives ~ MainLine Neighbors

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Chanticleer Garden

Historic Building/Landmark ; Park/Garden

Chanticleer Garden is a forty-eight-acre botanical garden built on the grounds of the Rosengarten estate.

Creutzburg Center

Art/Cultural Center ; Community Center ; Historic Building/Landmark ; Park/Garden ; School

The Creutzburg Center is located in Radnor’s Harford Park.

Devon Horse Show

Arena/Stadium ; Fairgrounds ; Historic Building/Landmark

Although the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is now the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse show in the country, it started with much more humble beginnings. In the 1890’s there was a new migration into the rolling rich farmlands and small towns of the Philadelphia western suburbs. The railroad lines attracted development to the newly christened “Main Line” area. Although families arrived to the Main Line by train, once settled they used horses as their primary form of transportation. Horse-drawn vehicles were used to go to church, to town, and to the market. On May 22, 1896 a meeting was called by the gentlemen of the Main Line area inviting their friends and neighbors to “effect an organization for the purpose of holding a Horse Show at Devon.” Less than two months later the first Devon Horse Show was held! The first show was a one-day event that consisted of approximately thirty classes. At most, each class had ten entries. The fenced-in show ring was constructed on grass and the judges and officials sat in a gazebo in the center of the ring. Before long, the show was expanding in response to overwhelming demand. By 1914 show had become the largest outdoor horse show in the entire country. A grandstand was erected for the comfort of the spectators. Even more luxurious were the famed box seats covered by a canvas awning. The elite could now watch the show in complete comfort.

Franklin Square

Art/Cultural Center ; Cultural District ; Historic Building/Landmark ; Park/Garden

Historic Sugartown

Historic Building/Landmark ; Shopping District

Located at the corner of Sugartown, Boot and Spring Roads in Malvern, Historic Sugartown protects nine historic structures and 9.2 acres that once made up the 19th-century village. Highlights include the c. 1880 General Store, the Carriage Museum, c. 1805 William Garrett House, and Book Bindery. The organization offers annual programs for the community’s enjoyment including Cabin Fever Saturday, Shugart’s Sunday – BBQ & Blues, Sugartown at Sundown Lantern Tours and A Sugartown Christmas. Historic Sugartown’s Book Bindery, which showcases one of the nation’s richest collections of bookbinding tools and equipment, offers bookbinding and paper marbling workshops throughout the year. Guided tours of the village are available on weekends from May through November, as well as by appointment. School and group tours are available year-round.

Lower Merion Conservancy Rolling Hill Park

Conservancy/Open Space/Preserve ; Historic Building/Landmark

Nature park with a creek features trails & historic landmarks, including a mill & cottage ruins.

Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden

Conservancy/Open Space/Preserve ; Historic Building/Landmark ; Park/Garden

For nearly 80 years, Stoneleigh was the home of the Haas family, who donated the property to Natural Lands in 2016 so that it would remain preserved forever. After much preparation, planning, and planting, Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden opened to the public in May of 2018. Stoneleigh is a stunning reflection of more than a century of loving care by three different families. Extraordinary trees, sweeping vistas, and intimate garden spaces offer a variety of opportunities to explore, learn, relax, and be inspired. Stoneleigh is also a showcase for blending the aesthetic beauty of designed gardens with the natural richness of native habitats that are essential to the health of our planet. Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden is owned and managed by Natural Lands, which works to save land, care for nature, and connect people to the outdoors in eastern PA and southern NJ. Stoneleigh, and all of Natural Lands’ nature preserves, are open free of charge to everyone.

Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden

Conservancy/Open Space/Preserve ; Historic Building/Landmark ; Park/Garden

For nearly 80 years, Stoneleigh was the home of the Haas family, who donated the property to Natural Lands in 2016 so that it would remain preserved forever. After much preparation, planning, and planting, Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden opened to the public in May of 2018. Today, Stoneleigh is a stunning reflection of more than a century of loving care by three different families. Extraordinary trees, sweeping vistas, and intimate garden spaces offer a variety of opportunities to explore, learn, relax, and be inspired. Stoneleigh is also a showcase for blending the aesthetic beauty of designed gardens with the natural richness of native habitats that are essential to the health of our planet. In his popular book Bringing Nature Home, noted entomologist Doug Tallamy (and member of Natural Lands’ Board of Trustees) wrote of the vital role that native gardens can play in enhancing biodiversity. “It is now within the power of individual gardeners to do something that we all dream of doing: to ‘make a difference.” The Tudor Revival mansion at Stoneleigh was the Haas family home for generations. Today, it serves both as home to the Organ Historical Society – an organization that celebrates, preserves, and studies the pipe organ in America, including one that the organization has installed in the house – and a space for a wide variety of programs in the future.

The Media Theatre

Concert Hall ; Historic Building/Landmark ; Theater

No need to travel far for a touch of Broadway! The Media Theatre, Delco’s only professional music theatre, brings big-city excitement to the small-town feel of State Street. With a calendar full of musical productions, concerts, and children’s performances, the seats here fill quickly–especially since there isn’t a bad seat in the house. Don’t let the convenience fool you–this historic theater has a lot of the same things you’ll find in NYC, like a dazzling marquee, professional talent, exquisite seats, and a live orchestra…..plus a few things you won’t, such as convenient parking, affordable prices, and a less stressful commute, making it much easier to catch a great performance more often! After all, here on State Street in Delco, the Show Must Go On!

Twentieth Century Club

Ballroom ; Historic Building/Landmark

In the heart of beautiful, historic Lansdowne, the Twentieth Century Club is a gracious, one hundred year old, arts and crafts style building. Located just South of Baltimore Avenue, along tree-lined Lansdowne Avenue, the Twentieth Century Club is close to Center City Philadelphia and the suburbs and fully accessible by train or by car.

Wharton Esherick Museum

Historic Building/Landmark ; Museum

Wharton Esherick was a leading American sculpture artist of the early 20th century. Working mostly in wood, he was considered by some to be the most influential designer of the century. His works are found in American museums and private collections alike. Visit his studio, which he built over 40 years, and which reflects his strikingly unique artistic vision.

Winterthur Museum and Country Estate

Historic Building/Landmark ; Museum ; Park/Garden

Stroll through the glorious 60-acre garden, explore two new exhibitions featuring fabulous collections and craftsmanship, and select from six Discovery Tours of the Mansion and grounds.

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